spear
nounUK /spɪə/
US /spɪr/
A spear is a long stick with a sharp point used for hunting or fighting.
The hunter threw his spear at the fish in the river.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A stalk or shoot of a plant, especially one growing from the ground.
A green spear of asparagus pushed up through the soil.
3. To pierce or stab something with a sharp object.
He speared a piece of fruit with his fork.
4. A pointed tool or weapon used for catching fish.
The fisherman carried a spear for catching eels.